Methode Electronics’ biometric fingerprint sensor solution for motorized vehicles has been nominated for the 2012 Telematics Newcomer Award. The industrial-grade sensor solution utilized Lumidigm's multi-spectral imaging biometric sensor and developed a solution capable of withstanding harsh telematics environments.
Telematics solutions are designed to monitor the status and location of vehicle equipment. Biometric authentication also helps verify the operator. Many insurance providers, owners and managers desire this feature.
The rugged Methode biometric sensor provides precise biometric authentication in various types of weather conditions, including sunlight, wet, dry and dirty conditions. It is designed to withstand heavy vibration and extreme temperatures. Further, the sensor can communicate over LIN, J-1939 and CAN standards for communication among components.
The director of business development, Thomas Beshke, stated that the user authentication provided by Methode's biometric fingerprint sensor solution enables many uses for connected vehicles. In the automotive industry, it will provide a better experience than a keyfob for drivers. In the heavy equipment industry it provides information about the last user, entry of personnel into controlled areas and about the person who has communicated with the headquarters. Leveraging Lumidigm's biometric authentication component has helped implement critical elements in a rugged industrial-grade biometric sensor solution.
Methode Electronics is a global provider of electro-mechanical devices and Lumidigm is a global authentication solutions company. The winners of the 2012 Telematics Newcomer Awards are to be announced during the 2012 Telematics Detroit Conference and Exhibition in June.
Source: http://www.methode.com/